Urinary System Worksheet

1. What are three functions of the kidneys?
1. Helps to balance water amount in body
2. Makes pee-pee
3. Filter the blood

2. What is the protective layer around the kidney?
The peri-renal capsule.

3. What is the outer layer of the kidney?
The cortex.

4. What is the urine collection system of the kidney?
The medulla.

5. What is the dilated end of the ureters called?
The pelvis.

6. What is the function of the bladder?
Holds pee.

7. What transports urine in males? The urethra. Females? The urethra!